Diary of Ralph Josselin (Private Collection)

14.2.1648 (Monday 14 February 1648)

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14. I drew up my thoughts, and purposes concerning my estate in writing, and took about 2 ounces syrup roses which wrought very kindly with me, gave me 9 stools brought away much Choler, I went to bed, with a persuasion after seeking of god, that he would rebuke my distemper; and however resolving to submit with patience to his dealing, blessing him because his rod was hitherto a comfort